Clinic Medical Assistant /LPN- FT

Massac Memorial Hospital; Metropolis (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Massac Memorial Hospital in Metropolis, IL, seeks a Clinic Medical Assistant - FT to support exam procedures, prepare patients, and schedule tests and surgeries. Ages served could range from newborn to geriatric.

Under the general direction of a clinic provider, the MA communicates effectively with patients and clinic staff regarding education, treatment and patient concerns, and maintains supplies and records as required. Shift: Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm.

Qualifications

• Two years experience working in clinic setting preferred.
• Completion of medical assistant program and/or active Illinois CNA.

Responsibilities

• Prepares patient for procedures and assists with procedures within scope of experience and license.
• Obtains, monitors, records vital signs, height/weight, patient history and reason for visit.
• Provides age-specific education/information to patient and family.
• Assists with procedures including surgical prep and setup.
• Prepares, administers, and records medications under provider supervision.
• Obtains pre-certification from insurance for procedures.
• Schedules tests, procedures and admissions as directed.
• Maintains log of pharmaceutical drug samples.
• Cleans/stocks exam rooms, lab areas, and utility room daily.
• Cleans, sterilizes, and restocks instruments and supplies.
• Provides follow-up and returns patient calls; mails test results when needed.
• Maintains inventory of medical supplies.
• Demonstrates competency as per Skills Check List.

Education

Medical assistant program or Illinois CNA

Job description

Clinic Medical Assistant - FT

The MA, under the general direction of a clinic provider, prepares patient for exam or procedure. The MA must be able to communicate effectively with patients and clinic staff with regard to education, treatment and patient concerns, and schedules all tests and surgeries. Ages served could range from newborn to geriatric.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Prepares patient for any procedures and assists with the procedures/treatments as needed and within the scope of their experience and licensure.
• Obtains, monitors, accurately records, and reports vital signs, height and weight, patients clinical history, and reason for visit.
• Provides age specific education/information to patient and family members.
• Assists with procedures when necessary, including surgical preparation and set-up.
• Prepares, administers, and records medications in accordance with the scope of license and under the supervision of the provider.
• Obtains pre-certification from patient's insurance company for procedures as directed.
• Schedules tests, procedures and admissions outside the Clinic as directed by the provider.
• Maintains log of pharmaceutical drug samples.
• Cleans and stocks patient exam rooms, lab areas, and utility room thoroughly at the end of each day.
• Cleans, sterilizes, and restocks instruments and supplies.
• Provides follow-up and returns patient calls. Mails letters with test results to patients when unable to reach by phone
• Maintains inventory of medical supplies.
• Demonstrates competency in skills verified by Skills Check List.

Qualifications:

Two years experience working in clinic setting preferred. Completion of medical assistant program and/or active Illinois CNA.

Shift: Monday through Friday 8am-4:30pm

Massac Memorial Hospital is an equal opportunity employer